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Newspaper
Bloomfield Democrat
Location
Bloomfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1889
Page
3
The Richland township trustee enumerates receipts for June and January across road funds special school funds tuition and dog funds totaling 5 305 44 with year totals 6464 60 in 1887 and 4046 99 in 1856. Tax collections and cash on hand yield 2 729 48 debt balance after payments, arguing against township debt transfer upon incorporation.
A jumbled local page advertises farm sales and building lots near Elliston and Pt. Commerce, a Bloomfield Normal firming in 1877, and houses for sale or trade. It notes low-cost investments, rent collection for non-residents, and local business rentals. Also mentions Hood’s Sarsaparilla and a playful line about coons riding mares.
Fred Otis has purchased a half interest in the Bedford Mail and is noted as a steady upright man. The notice also advertises land for sale in Routt to trade for real estate at the northwest corner of the square and invites inquiries at the office.
Cornelius Burch seeks divorce from Mary. Judgments include Mike Deckard for 54.23 and Taylor Bros. for 239.00 by Leon and Metzer. Francis Abrel guilty of intoxication with a 2 fine plus costs. Homer Bailey indicted for larceny bonds forfeited 200. Louis Cross indicted for attempt to rape bond 500 with his father as surety. Emery Hartzell found guilty of selling without license 20 and costs. acquitted in another. Alfred McCullough indicted for Robbery of Jacob Fisher. Two indictments returned against Dr E W Smith for practicing without a license.
Neighbors and friends assembled at Wm Quillen’s residence in Richland township for his birthday on February 14. A large table held plentiful food and gifts, as guests shared in conversation and well wishes for many more birthdays. A Valentine from M. E. W. added to the day.
Destruction hits Newberry on February 20 1839 as a major blaze sweeps through Broad and Second streets destroying John M Hilburn's grocery Amos Musselman’s saloon and more. Fire losses are estimated at about $2000 with no insurance on most buildings. Firefighters save several structures and goods though many are left homeless. The cause remains undetermined with theories ranging from faulty flues to arson.
A bill directs county commissioners to levy a one fifth mill tax for township library funding with weekly operation and new book purchases. Other bills cover dog taxation, saloon screens, jury size, officer salaries, benevolent institutions boards, and public school physiology linking alcohol effects. The legislature is praised as historic and reform minded.
A speaker urges Bloomfield to revive the McClure library owned by C. B. Knapp. With 300 volumes available, the town should organize a public library, regain control of the defunct institution, and foster reading among residents.
In Worthington Deputy coroner WH P Lawhorn seeks appointment as Bailiff of the grand jury, claiming a county custom. Sheriff Thompson allegedly blocked him citing party politics, with leaders and the Douglass Club facing off over race and rights.
Judge Briggs vows swift action to enforce guardians and administrators to file required estate reports. He cites the March 7 1883 act and section 2521 to compel compliance by citation and attachment penalties, with personal liability for costs.
The clerk’s latest report shows new marriage licenses issued including W. S. Parcel and Florence A. Padgett, White R. Bennett and Roy Richeson, John Glen and Ann Hubbard, Bimpson Padgett and Chora South, Elsworth Watson and Sasanosa Flora, and others. Also noted is an ad offering Dead Shot hog cholera preventive and curative guarantee.
A parade of visitors from Linton, Switz City, Washington township, Vincennes, and beyond came to town this week. Notables include A B Bonham and J J Combs, while local leaders like Henry Hill and B L Allen pressed civic and business interests. Eager social rounds mix with court attendance and political chatter.
Excursion tickets to Washington D C for the Inauguration on the Pennsylvania lines go on sale February 26 to March 3 at all stations. Return by trains leaving Washington no later than March 8. Round trip from Switz City is 17.50. Special trains and coaches will be added to handle expected crowds. Inquiries to local ticket agents.
Thirty acres in Jefferson township listed at 150 dollars with inquiry at the office. A depot property valued at 500 dollars to sell for 300 dollars. Fifty-three and one third acres of black and sand soil in Washington township includes sixteen tiled and thirty cultivated acres, priced to sell this month. inquire with 8 W Axtell or A J Dickey in Scotland Indiana. An endorsement claims Dead Shot eased a broken wrist swelling after one to three applications. Dem ocrat canvassing drive seeks pushy men countywide, salary or commission, apply at the office.
The notice announces a departure of a group traveling to Bloomfield to purchase a harness set. It credits Geo. Bb. Expres. Proprietor Jumbo Harness Shop and mentions oak tanned leather construction. The tone is promotional and regional.
A public notice lists loans tied to land parcels in Greene County Indiana. It enumerates four mortgagees James L Brannon Elizabeth Brannon Lincoln Culbertson Emaline Culbertson Amanda Hatfield Jacob R Clark and Sarah E Clark with sections townships ranges and acreages 40 40 20 and 3 acres respectively plus mortgage dates 1879 1835 1882 and 1883 and totals due including principal interest and damages.
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